How do I join the team?

Join us with a free 30-day team trial through our Dashing Whippets Running Team Meetup page. The link to “Join the Whippets” is in the upper right corner.

What pace do I need to run to be part of the team?

We welcome runners with a wide range of abilities and paces. Our team has runners ranging from 5:30-10:30/mile.

How do I find your weekly group run dates, times, and locations?

We host multiple group runs per week in Central Park, Lower Manhattan, and Brooklyn - including speed workouts, long runs, and casual easy runs.

There is a calendar of group runs and team events at the Dashing Whippets Running Team Meetup page with dates, times, and locations. Find the link to the calendar under Training above.

Do I need to RSVP to group runs or can I just show up?

Please RSVP to help the run host team plan accordingly. Group runs may be cancelled if there are no RSVPs. If a run needs to be cancelled due to inclement weather, or other reasons, notifications will be sent to everyone who RSVP’d.

How do I run NYRR races under the Dashing Whippets team?

To run NYRR races under our team name, please log into your NYRR account and edit your Account Settings. Edit your Runner Profile by selecting Dashing Whippets Running Team from the drop-down menu.

I’m not getting weekly team training emails from MeetUp.com, how can I fix this?

Head to the Manage Notifications section of your Meetup profile and ensure that Email Updates are turned on to receive weekly training emails from the coaching team.

Can I join if i’m under age 18?

Members under 18 may participate at the discretion of the Board, provided parental consent and a waiver of liability are received. Reach out via the Contact Us link at the bottom of the page to inquire further.